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Avocados get a lot of love for being delicious, but they've taken a beating in the popularity stakes because of their apparent ties to the Australian housing market. This infographic breaks down everything you need to know about the humble avocado from its origins to its impressive health benefits and its various uses.

Predicting the future is near impossible -- but that doesn‘t stop us all from having a red hot go. Human beings have been predicting the future since the beginning of history and the results range from the hilarious to the downright uncanny.

One thing all future predictions have in common: they‘re rooted in our current understanding of how the world works. It‘s difficult to escape that mindset. We have no idea how technology will evolve, so our ideas are connected to the technology of today.

Some folks might tell you to split your avocado in half, then scoop the meat out of the skin before you slice it. If you want thin, neat, picturesque slices, however, you should do the cutting before you peel.

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You thought you bought a ripe avocado, but when you slice it open, it's still too hard to be used for guacamole or a BLAT sandwich. Instead of wasting it, grab your grater and make a tasty, great-looking garnish.